A high-waisted, full-length legging with a smooth seamless knit
Before anything else, a plain note. This page is named for a legging with pockets, and this pair does not have pockets. We would rather tell you now than have you find out when the package arrives. If pockets are the one thing you need, this is not the right pair.
What it does offer is a clean, full-length, high-waisted legging in a seamless knit. The color shown is a dark charcoal gray. The waistband is wide and stretchy, there is no zipper, button or drawstring, and the legs run to the ankle. Subtle horizontal ribbing shows on the thighs and calves, and the back has a ruched, scrunched seam.
If you are searching for tall high waisted leggings for older women with pockets, this is the closest true legging we carry that fits the high-waisted, full-length part of that search. Please read the length details below, because "tall" is not something the listing states outright.
It is $69, ships free to the US, and comes in five colors and sizes S to XXL.
Why it works for women who want comfortable, no-fuss leggings
Many women past their forties or fifties tell us the same things they want from leggings: a waistband that stays put, a simple pull-on design, and nothing digging in or fussing at the waist. This pair is built around those basics.
A wide, high waistband with no closure
The waist is high and wide, and it is elastic. There is no zipper, button or hook to deal with. You pull them on and go. For anyone with sore hands or stiff fingers, a plain pull-on waist is easier than a fastened one.
A wide waistband also tends to sit flatter against the body than a thin elastic edge. We can only go by what the photos show here, which is a broad stretch band at the top. How it feels on you depends on your own shape and the size you choose.
Seamless knit with a ruched back seam
The leggings are made in a seamless knit, which means the body of the garment is knitted as one piece rather than cut and sewn with side seams. Many people find that more comfortable against the skin, since there are no thick seams to rub.
At the back there is a ruched seam that gathers the fabric into a scrunch. It is a design detail that gives the back some shape. The thighs and calves have subtle horizontal ribbing or striping, which adds texture to what would otherwise be a plain dark legging.
Fabric and feel
The listing gives the material as nylon and elastane in a knit construction. It does not give percentages, a fabric weight, or whether the leggings are lined, so we will not guess at those. The photos show a close-fitting, stretchy legging.
Nylon and elastane are the same kinds of fibers used in a lot of yoga and activewear. In general terms, that combination is known for stretch and for keeping its shape. How thick or opaque this particular fabric is, we cannot say from the photos. Dark charcoal is the color we saw.
The listing also notes that no high-concern chemicals are present, and that the pants are made in Zhejiang, China.
Care instructions
The listing does not include a care label, so please check the label on your pair when it arrives and follow it first. As general guidance for nylon and elastane knits:
- Wash in cool or cold water, ideally inside out.
- Use a mild detergent and skip fabric softener, which can dull stretch fabrics.
- Avoid high heat. Hang or lay flat to dry when you can.
- Wash with similar soft items, away from zippers and rough fabrics that can snag a seamless knit.
Size guide
The leggings come in five sizes, S, M, L, XL and XXL, and are listed as true to size.
How to measure
The only measurement published for this legging is a length for each size. The listing does not say where that length is measured, and it does not give waist or hip numbers. So the most useful thing you can do is measure yourself and compare.
- Waist: Measure around the narrowest part of your torso, or where you want the high waistband to sit.
- Hips: Measure around the fullest part of your hips and seat, with the tape level all the way round.
- Length: Measure from where the waistband will sit to your ankle bone. Do this standing, with a soft tape, and keep the tape close to the body.
Here are the listed lengths by size:
- S: 31.30 in (79.5 cm)
- M: 32.09 in (81.5 cm)
- L: 32.87 in (83.5 cm)
- XL: 33.66 in (85.5 cm)
- XXL: 34.45 in (87.5 cm)
Each step up adds about 0.8 inch of length. If you are taller, compare your waist-to-ankle measurement with these figures. If yours is longer than the number for your size, the leggings may sit above the ankle on you. We cannot promise a "tall" inseam, since the listing does not state one.
Which size should I choose?
Start with your hips and waist, then check length. The leggings are listed as true to size and the knit is stretchy, so for most people the size that matches your usual leggings size is the sensible place to start.
If you are between two sizes, think about which matters more to you. A close fit is what this style is designed for, so a snug feel is normal. If you prefer a looser, more relaxed feel, or if you are taller and want a little more length, the larger size is the safer choice. The length rises with each size, which helps if you need extra.
Because all sales are final for fit or change of mind, it is worth taking five minutes with a tape measure before you order.
How to style it
These are plain, dark leggings with a bit of texture, so they are easy to dress up or down.
- With a long tunic or oversized sweater. The high waist and full length pair well with tops that skim the hips or fall past them.
- With a fitted tee or tank for exercise. A shorter top shows off the waistband, and the ruched back seam shows if you wear a short jacket.
- With a long cardigan and flat shoes for errands or lunch out.
- With sneakers for walks. The ankle length leaves the shoe visible.
- In layers. A long open shirt or a longer jacket over the top gives you extra coverage if you like it.
Since the leggings come in gray, black, green, light purple and khaki, you can choose a neutral for everyday wear, or something softer if you like color. Gray and black are the easiest to match with what is already in your closet.
Where else you can wear it
- Yoga and stretching. The listing names yoga as the sport type, and the high waist stays in place when you bend.
- Walking and light workouts. A close-fitting seamless legging is a common choice for low-impact exercise.
- Travel days. A pull-on legging with no zipper or button is easy to sit in for a long trip.
- At home. For lounging, gardening or housework, with a long top over them.
Keep in mind there are no pockets, so you will need a bag or a jacket with pockets for your phone and keys.
Shipping
Free standard shipping to all 50 US states. Orders are made to order and ship from our production partner within 1 to 3 business days, then arrive in about 7 to 14 business days. You get a tracking link by email as soon as your order ships.
All sales are final
All sales are final. Because every item is made to order, we do not accept returns or exchanges for change of mind or fit, so please check the size information before ordering. If your order arrives damaged, defective or not as described, email us within 14 days of delivery with a photo and we will send a replacement or a refund.
Contact us
Email hello@leggingsvale.com. A real person replies within one business day.
Why shop with Leggings Vale
We are a small shop that focuses on leggings, and we try to describe each pair the way a friend who knows leggings would. That means telling you what a product is, and what it is not. In this case, the name mentions pockets and the pair has none, so we said so at the top of the page.
We list only what the supplier information and photos support. If something is not stated, such as fabric percentages, lining or a tall inseam, we say we do not know and point you to the measurements instead. Prices are in US dollars and shipping to the US is free.
Frequently asked questions
Do these leggings have pockets?
No. The listing says "No Pocket," and the photos show none. There is no zipper or closure either. It is a plain elastic-waist legging.
Are they tall leggings?
The listing does not say they are tall. The listed length goes from 31.30 inches in S to 34.45 inches in XXL, and it does not say where that is measured. If you are tall, compare your own waist-to-ankle measurement with those numbers before ordering.
Are they really high waisted?
Yes. The listing and photos show a high, wide stretch waistband. Exactly how high it sits on you depends on your torso length and the size you choose.
What sizes and colors come in?
Sizes are S, M, L, XL and XXL. Colors are gray, black, green, light purple and khaki.
Can I return them if they do not fit?
All sales are final, with no returns or exchanges for fit or change of mind. If your item arrives damaged, defective or is the wrong item, we will replace it or refund you within 14 days of delivery. Please measure yourself carefully before you order.
